Harley-Davidson XL1200V Seventy Two
Harley-Davidson XL1200V Seventy Two | |
Manufacturer | |
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Production | 2012 - 13 |
Engine | Four stroke, 45° V-Twin, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder. |
Compression ratio | 9.7:1 |
Ignition | Digital CDI |
Transmission | 5 Speed |
Frame | Mild steel, tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctions Swingarm Mild steel, rectangular tube section, stamped junctions; MIG welded |
Suspension | Front: 39mm Forks Rear: Coil-over, dual-adjustable preload |
Brakes | Front: Single 292mm disc 2 piston caliper Rear: Single 292mm disc 1 piston calipers |
Front Tire | D402F MH90-21 54H |
Rear Tire | D401 150/80B16 71H |
Wheelbase | 1525 / 60.0 in |
Seat Height | Laden2 675 mm / 26.6 in. Unladen 710 mm / 28.0 in. |
Weight | 251.7 kg / 555 lbs (wet) |
Oil Capacity | 2.6 Liters |
Fuel Capacity | 13.7 Liters / 2.1 US gal |
Manuals | Service Manual |
Engine[edit | edit source]
The engine was a Air cooled, cooled Four stroke, 45° V-Twin, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder.. The engine featured a 9.7:1 compression ratio.
Chassis[edit | edit source]
It came with a D402F MH90-21 54H front tire and a D401 150/80B16 71H rear tire. Stopping was achieved via Single 292mm disc 2 piston caliper in the front and a Single 292mm disc 1 piston calipers in the rear. The front suspension was a 39mm Forks while the rear was equipped with a Coil-over, dual-adjustable preload. The XL1200V Seventy Two was fitted with a 13.7 Liters / 2.1 US gal fuel tank. The wheelbase was 1525 / 60.0 in long.
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Harley Davidson
XL 1200V Seventy Two
Harley-Davidson XL1200V
Seventy-Two Review
Authentic '70s chopper attitude meets modern
power and premium H-D styling in this bare-bones, lowrider-inspired radical
custom
The Harley-Davidson® Seventy-Two motorcycle is a
metal flake dream machine, a Sportster® motorcycle on a trip back to the days
when the cool kids rode Sting-Ray bikes and the big boys parked choppers in a
row on the curb. Those motorcycles were long and lean; candy-apple color and
gleaming chrome shimmering in hazy summer sunlight. From its Hard Candy Big Red
Flake paint and ape bars to its narrow whitewall tires, the Seventy-Two model is
a respectful nod to that era, and to the influence of the custom culture that
still percolates today along Whittier Boulevard, the legendary cruising street
in East Los Angeles, also known as Route 72. A new generation of custom builder
is tapping into that era and making a fresh statement, not just in California
but in garages across the country, even around the world.
"In creating the Seventy-Two [motorcycle], we
were also inspired by the vibe of the early chopper era," says Frank Savage,
Harley-Davidson Manager of Industrial Design. "Those bikes were colourful and
chromed, but also narrow and stripped down to the essentials. You look at period
examples and they are almost as simple as a bicycle. It's a custom style that's
very particular to America and that California scene."
Metal flake, an iconic design element of the 70s,
appeared in everything from dune buggy gel coat to vinyl diner upholstery, and
on custom motorcycles. Harley-Davidson Motor Company brings the sparkle back on
the Seventy-Two motorcycle with Hard Candy Big Red Flake paint. This new finish
is created by applying a black base coat, followed by a polyurethane system that
carries hexagon-shaped flakes that are more than seven times the diameter of the
metal flake that is used in typical production paint. Each flake is coated with
a thin aluminum film and then tinted red. Four applications of clear coat,
combined with hand-sanding, create a smooth finish over the flakes.
"The final touch to the Hard Candy Big Red Flake
paint is a logo on the tank top and pinstripe scallop details on both fenders,"
says Savage. "Each was originally created by hand, and we recreated that art in
a decal for production, so they still have the appearance of hand-applied
graphics in that they are not exactly perfect. The graphics are then covered
with a final clear-coat application."
A solo seat shows off more of the paint exposed
on the Seventy-Two motorcycle. The powertrain is finished in grey powdercoat
with chrome covers and a new round air cleaner with a dished cover. A classic
Sportster® 2.2-gallon "peanut" fuel tank adds a final period touch to the
motorcycle.
Based on the Harley-Davidson Sportster platform,
the Seventy-Two introduces Hard Candy Big Red Flake, a sparkling, metal flake
color option applied to the fuel tank and fenders. A solo seat and side-mount
license plate bracket leave much of the chopped rear fender and more of that
paint exposed on the Seventy-Two. The Evolution® 1200 cc V-Twin powertrain is
finished in Gray powdercoat with chrome covers and a new round air cleaner with
a dished cover. A classic Sportster 2.1-gallon fuel tank, narrow white wall
tires, Chrome Laced wheels, and high mini-ape handlebar complete a look that
nods to chopper custom motorcycles of the 1970s.
Paint color options: Hard Candy Big Red Flake
with period pinstripe details on fenders and fuel tank, Black Denim, Big Blue
Pearl
Powertrain is finished in Gray powdercoat with chrome covers
Chrome, eight-inch round air cleaner cover
2.1-gallon Peanut Tank with lightening hole mounting bracket
Dunlop® white wall 21-inch (MH90-21) front and 16-inch (150/80B16) rear tires
Chrome Laced wheels
Stainless steel mini-ape handlebar, mounted on a two-inch high riser
Chopped rear fender
One-piece, Sportster® classic solo seat
Side-mounted license plate
Solo seat with black textured vinyl cover
Handlebar-mounted speedometer with chrome cup
Chrome rear fender struts
Chrome coil-over pre-load adjustable rear shocks
Forward foot controls
Harley-Davidson
XL1200V Seventy-Two Features and Benefits
The Seventy-Two motorcycle offers a classic
Sportster® 2.1-gallon fuel tank, narrow whitewall tires, Chrome Laced wheels,
and
high mini-ape handlebar that complete a look that nods to chopper custom
motorcycles of the 1970s and to current trends in garage-built custom
motorcycles.
Air-cooled Evolution® 1200cc V-Twin engine with
Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI), rated at 73 ft. lbs. peak
torque at 3500 rpm
Rubber-mounted powertrain to reduce vibration
5-Speed Transmission
Chrome, staggered, shorty dual exhaust with slash-cut mufflers
Disc Breaks
Optional factory-installed Harley-Davidson® Smart Security System with
hands-free, proximity-based security fob
RETRO AIR CLEANER COVER
This 8-inch, street legal, mirror-chrome air
cleaner cover makes a powerful statement that recalls the glory days of old iron
crossed with a clean, contemporary look.
WHITEWALL TIRES AND LACED WHEELS
Large (21-inch front) lace-spoked wheels with
their bold brilliant white walls complete the old school low-rider look.
BIG FLAKE PAINT (OPTIONAL)
This radical, eye-catching tank paint recalls the
radical style of '70s choppers and shouts one-of-a-kind custombut coming
straight from Harley-Davidson, you know it's nothing but pure premium-quality
craftsmanship.
CLASSIC PEANUT FUEL TANK
First appearing on a Harley-Davidson® motorcycle
back in 1948, the small 2.1 gallon tapered peanut fuel tank holds strong today
with its traditional styling and modern attitude. A low, powerful bulldog look
that gives way for showcasing more engine, the peanut fuel tank is attitude and
looks all balled up into one.
MINI-APE HANGER HANDLEBAR
Grab ahold of the stainless steel mini-ape hanger
handlebar and put your fists up into the wind--it'll take you back to the glory
days of chopper cruising. And to keep the look cool and clean, the wiring is
routed inside the steel.
CLASSIC REARMODERN FUNCTIONALITY
The chopped rear fender with side-mounted plate
completes the Seventy-Two model's long, low chopper look and keeps things
classically clean and raw. The chrome bullet taillights combine this old school
retro-styling with new school technology, packing stop beams, turn signals and
running lights into each lamp.
EVOLUTION ENGINE HERITAGE
The Evolution® engineknown in certain crowds as
the Blockheadwas first bolted to the frame of a Harley-Davidson® motorcycle
back in 1984. Born from legendary Shovelhead and Ironhead engines, the
Evolution® engine broke new ground in displacement innovation while maintaining
the hunger for power, durability and proven reliability that The Motor Company
was built on.
EVOLUTION® ENGINE INNOVATION
Air-cooled and durable as hell, the 1200cc
Evolution® engine is yet another nod to the unwavering work ethic that drives
advancements in motor technology at Harley-Davidson. Aluminum heads and
cylinders lighten the load of the bike and improve air-cooling efficiency.
Electronic fuel injection says goodbye to carburetors and boasts increased
reliability and less routine maintenance. Bottom line: the rubber-mounted
Evolution® engine runs hard and rides smooth for thousands of miles so you can
just worry about taking in the freedom of the open road.
PURE HARLEY-DAVIDSON STYLING
Feast your eyes on the 1200cc Evolution® engine
and there's no mistaking its roots. This is authentic Harley-Davidson style
through and through with an attention to detail you won't find from any other
motorcycle company. Black powder-coated cylinders and cylinder heads are topped
off with chrome rocker covers and an old school round air cleaner cover for a
tough vintage Harley-Davidson attitude. It's a jewel machined out of metal.
Pure. Dripping with power. From the classic edge of the cooling fins to the
clean lines of cases and coversthe 1200c Evolution® engine makes an ironclad
statement to holding on to what's right and staying true to what satisfies the
rider.
ARTFULLY HIDDEN TECHNOLOGY
Harley-Davidson leverages the latest in
technology without compromising style and function. That means we hide
electronics. The whole wiring harness is skillfully routed behind the jewels of
the bikethe tank, engine and all the other eye-popping features you want to
see. It's just another way The Motor Company goes the extra mile to give its
bikes that premium, top-of-the-line fit and finish.
INTUITIVE CONTROLS
Hand controls on a Harley-Davidson® motorcycle
are incredibly intuitive. The turn signals are self-canceling and, based on the
speed and angle of the motorcycle, they know how long to stay on. Engaging the
controls quickly becomes second nature so you can focus less on turning off your
signal and more on basking in the freedom of the ride.
H-D SMART SECURITY SYSTEM (OPTIONAL)
The factory installed next-generation security
system features a hands-free fob that automatically arms and disarms the vehicle
electronic security functions as you approach and walk away from the bike. Stick
the fob on your ignition key ring and let it do all the work. It's this
attention to details and security that make Harley-Davidson® motorcycles unique.
TUNED TO BE RIDDEN
Harley-Davidson® motorcycles are different from
any other bike out on the road. There's a balance to them. The steering, the
maneuverabilityit's all in concert. And each Harley-Davidson® model is tuned
differently to create a unique riding experience for each individual no matter
which bike they swing their leg over. Let's face it, we didn't get to where we
are by being like everyone else.
FORWARD MOUNTED CONTROLS
With the custom forward-mounted controls, you can
kick back a little and stretch your legs for the ultimate cruise through town or
across the state line. It's time to take in the open road the way you were meant
toon a two-wheeled machine that's built to outdo the rest.
SEAT ENGINEERING AND DESIGN
The seat is home for Harley-Davidson® motorcycle
riders. They want a seat that has unique style without sacrificing comfort.
Because of that, Harley-Davidson invests a lot of time in researching, designing
and testing seats so that every bike has just the right saddle.
Make Model | Harley Davidson XL 1200V Seventy Two |
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Year | 2012 - 13 |
Engine Type | Four stroke, 45° V-Twin, OHV, 2 valves per cylinder. |
Displacement | 1199 cc / 73.2 cub in. |
Bore X Stroke | 88.8 x 96.8 mm |
Cooling System | Air cooled, |
Compression | 9.7:1 |
Exhaust | Chrome, staggered shorty exhaust with dual slash-cut mufflers |
Induction | Electronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI) |
Ignition | Digital CDI |
Starting | Electric |
Max Torque | 79 ft/lbs / 107 Nm @ 3500 rpm |
Transmission | 5 Speed |
Final Drive | Belt |
Primary Drive Chain | 38/57 ratio |
Gear Ratio | 1st 9.315 2nd 6.653 3rd 4.948 4th 4.102 5th 3.517 |
Frame | Mild steel, tubular frame; circular sections; cast junctions Swingarm Mild steel, rectangular tube section, stamped junctions; MIG welded |
Front Suspension | 39mm Forks |
Rear Suspension | Coil-over, dual-adjustable preload |
Front Brakes | Single 292mm disc 2 piston caliper |
Rear Brakes | Single 292mm disc 1 piston calipers |
Front Wheel | Steel Laced |
Rear Wheel | Steel Laced |
Front Tire | D402F MH90-21 54H |
Rear Tire | D401 150/80B16 71H |
Rake | 30° |
Trail | 125 mm / 4.9 in |
Dimensions | Length 2275 mm / 89.5 in |
Wheelbase | 1525 / 60.0 in |
Seat Height | Laden2 675 mm / 26.6 in. Unladen 710 mm / 28.0 in. |
Wet Weight | 251.7 kg / 555 lbs |
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | 453.6 kg / 1000 lbs |
Ground Clearance | 135 mm / 5.3 in |
Oil Capacity | 2.6 Liters |
Fuel Capacity | 13.7 Liters / 2.1 US gal |